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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 2020-2021
ADMISSIONS & REGISTRATION
A LL E NQ U IR IES regarding admission to King’s College, Taunton should be made to the Director of
Admissions who may be contacted by telephone (01823 328204), by fax (01823 328202), by e-mail
K ING’S C OLLEGE is an independent co-educational boarding and day school offering places to pupils (admissions@kings-taunton.co.uk), or by letter (King’s College, Taunton, Somerset TA1 3LA).
from ages 13 to 18.
Pupils are normally admitted into the Third Form (Year 9) between 13 and 14 years of age, subject to a
The school occupies a secluded and beautiful site of over 80 acres on the south side of Taunton, and just satisfactory report from their previous school.
a few minutes from the town centre. The main building is an outstanding example of nineteenth-century
architecture, with the entire site, a mixture of traditional and modern buildings. Local transport links Unconditional offers will be made, based on a report and test data from current schools, and an interview
are excellent: by train it takes only 1hr 40 minutes to travel to London. Exeter and Bristol International with the Headmaster. Common Entrance (or College Scholarship) Examination results will be used for
airports can be reached within 30 minutes. the purpose of determining sets.
As well as an academic programme of robust subjects, there is a multitude of sports and co-curricular There are places at Sixth Form level for suitably qualified girls and boys. Candidates for these places are
activities available that are popular across all age groups. The school provides inspired teaching, superb asked to contact the Director of Admissions and Marketing during the Michaelmas Term (Autumn)
facilities, and our nurturing of individual potential combine to create an environment in which young immediately preceding entry.
people achieve great things. Our tutor system means that regular one-to-one academic and pastoral Later applications for entry into the Sixth Form may also be possible. Please contact the Director of
supervision is second to none. Emphasis on gaining a solid education is paramount, but we achieve this at Admissions to discuss this further.
a humane pace – allowing pupils the time to reflect on their studies.
King’s Hall School is our associated preparatory school, and provides education for girls and boys aged
Boarding is a strong feature, which contributes to the real family atmosphere. Boarding and day pupils live between 2 and 13. Application to King’s Hall School should also be made directly to the Director of
and study side-by-side making for a happy, whole school community. Admissions and Marketing.
The school is small enough to be friendly and yet large enough to compete nationally. The outstanding Boys and girls may be registered for entry to King’s College at any age, with confirmation of final entry
modern facilities and stunning location ensure that children enjoy a challenging all-round education in a being received during the Summer Term of Year 7.
progressive, secure and stimulating environment.
We like to think of ourselves as an exceptionally cheerful school, but also a busy and purposeful one. The registration form should be completed and returned, together with a non-refundable registration fee of
Our pupils leave here very well-qualified, but more importantly they leave as well-rounded, balanced £100, to: the Director of Admissions, King’s College, Taunton, Somerset TA1 3LA.
individuals. Cheques should be made payable to King’s College.
A receipt will be sent confirming the registration.
Please let us know of any subsequent change of address.
For pupils entering between 13 and 14 years of age, we expect to offer a guaranteed place (subject to a
satisfactory performance in Common Entrance) approximately eighteen months before a pupil enters the
School. If this place is accepted, a deposit of £1000* will be required, and is kept by the School until after
the final term, when it is returned, less any extras incurred in that term and any other outstanding balances.
Alternatively, parents may choose to donate all or part of their deposit to the School’s Bursary fund.
For Sixth Form pupils, we require a minimum total of 27 points in their five best GCSEs, and preferably a
minimum of a 7 in each of their chosen subjects, along with a satisfactory school report. The same requirement
applies to pupils in the Fifth Form who wish to proceed to the Sixth Form. If a candidate is accepted, a deposit
of £1000* will be required, and is kept by the School until after the final term, when it is returned less any
extras incurred in that term and any other outstanding balances. Alternatively, parents may choose to donate
all or part of their deposit to the School’s Bursary fund.
*Rates may vary subject to country of residence.
FEES SCHOLARSHIPS
F EES AT K I N G ’S C O L L E GE are inclusive: extras are kept to a minimum. K ING’S C OLLEGE has a fine reputation for academic teaching, as well as for sport, music, art, drama,
design technology and other extra-curricular activities and outdoor pursuits.
Boarders: £11,390 per term
The boarding fee includes all meals, stationery, laundry (but not dry cleaning) and most textbooks. Results at both GCSE and A level put King’s among the top schools in the region and pupils go on to
achieve great success at university and beyond.
Day pupils: £7,690 per term
The day fee includes meals, stationery, most textbooks and one night’s free boarding per week, subject to The School is determined to foster an appreciation of learning for its own sake, and an enthusiasm which
availability. Further details on the School’s occasional boarding policy can be found on our website: goes far beyond mere examination. We wish to attract boys and girls with exceptional academic capability,
www.kings-taunton.co.uk/policies those with musical or sporting talent and ambition, and those able to demonstrate outstanding creative
Such stays are charged at the rate of £44 per night. potential.
For further details on fees and payment, please refer to our Terms and Conditions. There are a limited number of awards available to candidates who are about to enter the School in Year 9
These are available on our website, or a copy can be provided on request. (13+) or into the Sixth Form (16+). These awards recognise excellence and potential in a range of areas
and are made on the basis of open competition.
FEES FOR PRIVATE MUSIC TUITION
£32.00 per 40 minute lesson. We offer the following awards at both 13+ and 16+:
Academic
Notes:
Art
a) This charge applies in most cases and covers on average approximately nine lessons per term.
Design Technology
b) If a pupil is to cease taking lessons half a term’s written notice must be given, otherwise the parents will
Music
be liable for an amount equal to the following term’s fee.
Drama (including Performing Arts)
Sport
FEES FOR LEARNING SUPPORT FEES FOR EAL*
All-rounder
£305 per term for individual lessons (1 lesson per week) £1000 per term (Gold Level – minimal support)
£1500 per term (Silver Level – regular support) In addition we offer 16+ Somerset Awards to pupils joining King’s College from the state school sector.
£2000 per term (Bronze Level –
11+ scholarships (academic, sport, performing arts, and music) are awarded by King’s College for pupils
significant support)
at, or entering, King’s Hall School.
*Please refer to our EAL page for full details
SIBLING DISCOUNTS
Reductions for brothers and sisters are as decided by the Awards Committee of the School Council. For It is not unusual for candidates to enter for more than one award and to receive multiple offers of exhibitions
any period during which brothers and sisters are boarders at the same time in King’s Hall School and and/or scholarships.
King’s College, all except the eldest in each such family are entitled to a small reduction of fees.
Our Scholarships Brochure gives further details of the various awards available and the procedure for
application. An online version is available on our website: www.kings-taunton.co.uk/scholarships
PAYMENT OF FEES Alternatively, a hard copy can be obtained from our Admissions team.
The termly fee is payable in advance: if it is not paid on or before the first day of each term it will be liable
to a surcharge of 1.5% and further similar charges at the end of each month that this account remains
unpaid. For further details please refer to the School’s Terms and Conditions.
Please refer to our website for full details about our fees: www.kings-taunton.co.uk/fees
Fees for international pupils can also be found online: www.kings-taunton.co.uk/international-fees
BURSARIES VISITING US
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These bursary awards help to ensure that children from families who would otherwise not be able to afford a358
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the fees, have access to the education offered by the School. All who meet our general entry requirements
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where a pupil’s education and future prospects would otherwise be at risk, for example in the case of a38
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which takes a number of factors into consideration, including family income, assets and family circumstances. King’s Upper Holway Road
The School does not have a significant endowment and the funds available for bursaries are limited. When Main Entrance College
considering such awards we must ensure a balance between those parents paying full fees, many of whom
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make considerable personal sacrifices to fund their child’s education, and those benefiting from the awards.
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Shoreditch Road
For September entry each year, bursary applications must be received by the end of December of that
same year.
For further information, please contact the Director of Finance and Operations on 01823 328100 or
King’s College is located close to the centre of Taunton and enjoys
email: SCWorthy@kings-taunton.co.uk
excellent motorway, rail and air links.
By road: Leave the m5 at Junction 25 and follow signs to Taunton (a38) along
the dual carriageway, passing through one set of tra≈c lights. Keep in left lane,
and turn left at the next roundabout, along Chritchard Way. Approaching
the 30 m.p.h.
ph zone, move into right lane and follow the carriageway bearing
right on to East Reach. Go through a further five sets of tra≈c lights in
quick succession, and move into the left lane. Turn left at the sixth set
of lights and immediately left again at the next set, following signs to
corfe b3170. Follow this road for approximately half a mile; the
main entrance of the school is on the left hand side opposite Richard
Huish College. Drive into the main car park at the front of the school
and you will see the entrance to the main reception area.
By rail: Taunton railway station is approximately 10 minutes
by taxi. The journey from London Paddington by train is
approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
London By air: London Heathrow and Gatwick airports are only
^ taunton a few hours away and are well served by train and coach
connections. In addition, Bristol and Exeter international
airports are easily accessible within a distance of 40 miles.
South Road, Taunton, Somerset TA1 3LA
01823 328200 reception@kings-taunton.co.uk
www.kings-taunton.co.uk
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